LASR 203 Laser and Optical Systems and Applications

• Determine focused beam spot size and location
• Measure laser power output (peak and average)
• Measure and calculate power density
• Use an IR alignment scope
• Assemble and characterize CW, pulsed, and Q-switched laser sources
• Generate 2nd  harmonic (e.g. use KTP) for different laser formats demonstrating peak-power benefits
• Describe basic optical harmonic conversion and Energy and Momentum Conservation
• Evaluate the use and appropriateness of lasers for common engineering metrology applications
• Calculate optical beam propagation through free space and fibers
• Describe safety procedures to be followed when working with lasers and optics
• Describe and demonstrate fiber coupling and operation and apply the principles to optimize fiber coupling efficiency
• Specify the proper laser sources for common applications 
• Describe the safety precautions and lab protective gear for laser systems: Class 1, 2, 3a, 3b, and 4
• Set up and align Michelson interferometers and define optical interference and its basic uses in industry
• Describe, measure, and apply correctly radiometric and luminous flux definitions and measurments
• Describe and characterize the output of laser light in terms of wavelength, optical waist, power, irradiance, Rayleigh range, and divergence